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Modern Barbie Dolls - Views and Opinions on Barbie

Essays, opinion and views on Barbie dolls from essayists, collectors and satirists.

ABC News.com: Special Report: The Secret Lives of Barbie®

Get the flavor of Barbie® and some of her history  from this special documentary.

Barbie® banned in Vermont!

From Salon in 1997, with that typical Salon spin.

Barbie: The Image Of Us All

   Lengthy, worthwhile history of the Barbie Doll, from the 60s through the 90s, by Kristin Riddick.

Introduction to Barbie®

An on-line essay by an unnamed author about Barbie®; fascinating point of view.   Good history.

The Not So Secret Life Of Barbie®

Another essay with another point of view on the history of  Barbie® by Robin A. Martin.

To Barbie or Not To Barbie

Essay on Barbie from an Arizona Wildcat student reflecting on Barbie's image, her love of Barbie and how Barbie effects young girls.

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